Get a Head Start on Back to School Supplies!

If you’re reading this and you’re still in school, I’m sorry to tell you this, but summer vacation is almost over. If you’re a parent, then you’re probably singing, “It’s the most wonderful time of the year!” Yes, it’s almost that time of the year again: back to school season. This means that you’ll need to get new school supplies, clothes, shoes, teacher gifts, and so much more. From coloring pencils to planners, we at cutratecrafts.com want to make the back-to-school transition seamless. I went through our collection and compiled my top 4 must-have back-to-school items. With some new materials and a good attitude, this dreaded day can be one to actually look forward to!

One of the key elements to ensuring that your child succeeds in school is making sure they stay on top of their assignments, homework, and projects. Half the battle is simply organizing all of the tasks into one, easy-to-read place. Although you can’t always force them to study or do their homework, you can help them by getting a planner. This Color Crush Personal Planner Kit is just what you need to get the job done. It contains an inspirational tag, one Today page marker, five patterned dividers, and a Quick Notes paper pad. This planner is perfect for all your child’s appointments, assignments, exams, and thoughts. Fell free to get one for yourself too!

Most children don’t like school very much, so let’s change that! We do know they love arts and crafts class. It’s their chance to get a little messy and still get a gold star for effort. Everyone knows that the first step to succeeding in arts and crafts class is to have the right tools. From brushes to colored pencils, cutratecrafts.com has all you need to secure that A+ in arts and crafts class. Of all the items we have available, this Crayola Art Buddy Back Pack is one of my must-have back to school items. It is perfect for the commute to school, keeping everything organized at home, or even on a trip somewhere. It contains sixteen crayons, six chalks, eight washable markers, and ten mini stampers. Throw some pads of paper in it and you’ll be all set! Made of durable plastic, this backpack is just what your kid needs for long-lasting fun!

If you’re a DIY person and you prefer making your kids’ clothes, toys, and accessories, then this Little One-Yard Wonders book is perfect for you. Each project in this book requires only 1 yard of fabric, and many require just a few hours to complete. Put those extra scraps of yarn to good use! Did your child’s favorite toy accidentally get dirty or lost? Create another one! The sewing projects in this book will have you whipping up one-of-a-kind outfits in no time! You can also check out our sewing section for all the items you’ll need to make these beautiful projects.